Dorothy Canfield Fisher Books

The collection features a series of charming stories centered around Betsy and her adventures, exploring themes of childhood, education, and personal growth. Key events include Betsy's experiences at school, her attempts to navigate social situations, and her involvement in a sewing society. Each story highlights her character development and relationships with family and friends, offering a delightful glimpse into the joys and challenges of growing up. The unabridged edition ensures that all original illustrations accompany the narratives, enhancing the reading experience.

Carol Shields has called this 'a remarkable and brave 1924 novel about being a house husband.' Preface by Karen Knox.

For all of her nine years, fragile Elizabeth Ann has heard her Aunt Frances refer in whispers to her "horrid Putney cousins." But when her aunt can no longer care for her, Elizabeth Ann must leave her sheltered life to live in the wilds of Vermont with those distant relatives. In the beginning, Elizabeth Ann is shocked by country living—pets are allowed to sleep in the house and children are expected to do chores! But with country living comes independence and responsibility, and in time, Elizabeth Ann finds herself making friends and enjoying her new family. When the year is up and Aunt Frances comes to get her niece, she finds a healthier, prouder girl with a new name—Betsy—and a new outlook on life. Understood Betsy has delighted generations of young readers since it was first published by Henry Holt and Company in 1917.

A vital counter-interpretation of madness in women, showing how it is often a consequence of, rather than a deviation from, the traditional female role.

Revised and expanded edition with a new introduction and postscript, published to coincide with Elaine Showalter's new hardback, A JURY OF HER PEERS

A guidebook for all teachers of English and American literature in higher education. Drawing on 40 years of international teaching experience, author Elaine Showalter inspires instructors to make their classroom practice as intellectually exciting as their research.

This charming collection of stories and anecdotes by the noted American author and educator Dorothy Canfield Fisher celebrates the wisdom and humor of grandmothers. From tales of childhood adventures to practical tips for running a household, Fisher's stories capture the spirit of grandmotherly love and wisdom. With its engaging characters and delightful prose, What Grandmother Did Not Know is a delightful and heartwarming read for readers of all ages.

Mothers and Children is a book written by Dorothy Canfield Fisher in 1914. The book is a collection of essays that explore the relationship between mothers and their children. It delves into the joys and challenges of motherhood, the importance of a mother's role in a child's life, and the impact that mother-child relationships have on society as a whole. The essays are written in a warm and engaging style, drawing on the author's own experiences as a mother and her observations of other mothers and their children. The book is a timeless exploration of the unique and powerful bond between mothers and their children, and remains relevant and insightful to this day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.